Agenda

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Monday, December 8, 2025
9:30 am – 5:00 pm CST


Agenda:
Presented by Edward L. Fronapfel

Science of Structures

  • Superstructure vs substructure
  • Typical loads on superstructure
    • Vertical loads (dead, live, snow, roof, etc.)
    • Lateral loads (wind, seismic, etc.)
  • Load path to foundation system
  • Typical load path on substructure
    • Vertical loads (dead)
    • Lateral loads (soil, hydrostatic, etc.)
  • Load path to supporting soils
  • Soils testing
    • Code requirements
    • Properties
    • Reporting

Foundation Design

  • Foundation types
  • Design using soil parameters
    • Prescriptive vs engineered design
      • Spread footing design
      • Deep foundation design
      • Retaining wall design

Assessing a Property

  • Discussion of damages
    • Prong 1
    • Prong 2
    • Cause and effect
  • Site observations
  • Relative level survey
    • Types of equipment and tolerances
    • Performing a survey

Foundation Repair Methods

  • Underpinning
    • Verification and proof tests
  • Foun1dation repair
    • Issues
    • Repair details
    • Repaired conditions
  • Secondary repairs

 

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Credits

Engineers
6.0 PDHs

Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
Pending

ICC - International Code Council
0.6 CEUs (Building)

 

Continuing Education Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved HalfMoon Education as a sponsor of continuing education (Sponsor No. J885). This course has been submitted for AIA CES approval and is currently pending. Only full participation is reportable to the AIA CES. Visit this course listing at www.halfmoonseminars.org for updates on pending credits.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .6 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

*On-Demand Credits*

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

6.0 HSW LUs (AIA)

Speakers

Edward L. Fronapfel, MSCE, PE, CBIE, CFCC, Fellow NAFE

President, 7272 Consulting

Mr. Fronapfel is the founder of multiple forensic firms that work nationwide, including PIE, SBSA, and CTETS. His expertise includes geo-hydrology, hydrology, development, civil engineering, structural engineering, building envelope, commissioning, and the interdisciplinary-required practices in the behavior of foundations, substructures, superstructures, and building envelopes in the as-built environment. Mr. Fronapfel provides consulting to designers, builders, developers, attorneys, and real estate professionals. For over 30 years, his work has included ground-up construction and post-construction evaluation of thousands of structures across the United States. Mr. Fronapfel is licensed in 39 states and Puerto Rico.   Mr. Fronapfel has been a Distinguished Lecturer for ASHRAE, is an Adjunct Professor for Colorado School of Mines Civil and Environmental Engineering was and Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver, Burns School for over 15 years, and a Lecturer for the College of Contract Management, U.K.  He also is a speaker for a number of organizations including NSPE, ASCE, NAFE, NABIE, EEBA, DOE, AIA, ICC-Colorado, and others. Mr. Fronapfel’s experience includes providing more than 800 depositions, hundreds of arbitrations, and more than 125 trial testimonies. 

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement: 

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). 

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. 

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. 

Course Title:  Foundation Damage and Repair: Science, Materials and Techniques

Delivery Method: Live Online 

Course Description: This six-hour course explores the science behind structural loads, soil-structure interaction, and foundation design, with emphasis on diagnosing and repairing foundation damage. Instruction covers load paths, soil testing and reporting, prescriptive versus engineered design approaches, property assessment techniques, and practical repair methods including underpinning and secondary repairs.

Learning Objectives: 

Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to explain the differences between superstructure and substructure loads, including vertical and lateral forces, and how they transfer to the foundation system.

Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to interpret soil testing requirements and use soil properties to inform prescriptive and engineered foundation design.

Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to conduct property assessments for foundation damage using site observations, cause-and-effect analysis, and relative level surveys.

Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to evaluate and apply appropriate foundation repair techniques, including underpinning, verification tests, and secondary repair methods.

LUs: 6.0

LU Type: LU|HSWs 

Prerequisites: None

Advance Preparation: None 

Program Level: Intermediate 

Course Expiration Date:  10/09/2028

Complaint Resolution Policy: 

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.